Housekeeper (PRN)

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeper is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of all facility areas. This is a PRN/Casual/As-Needed role. Horizons Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Situated at the base of the scenic Grand Mesa in Eckert, CO, Horizons Health Care Center offers staff the opportunity to connect with a tight community while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. We help to foster a work-life balance by offering employees paid-time off benefits as part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member’s contribution to the quality of our work. Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 7 years in a row! Our employees says their work has a special meaning: this is not “just a job”! Take pride in helping others and join us today! At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Requirements

Previous institutional housekeeping/cleaning experience preferred.
Ability to understand and follow procedures, work assignments, instructions, warnings and labels.
Adequate strength, endurance and coordination to meet the strenuous physical demands of such responsibilities as dusting, mopping, vacuuming and scrubbing.
Ability to speak, read, write and understand English.
Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

Responsibilities

Performs defined cleaning procedures, using various chemicals and cleaning agents, supplies and equipment, including: Dusting/polishing and arranging furniture or equipment.
Mopping and polishing floors.
Vacuuming carpets and draperies.
Scouring and sanitizing sinks, toilets, tubs and shower areas.
Polishing plumbing fixtures.
Cleaning mirrors, lighting fixtures, doors, carpets and furniture.
Washing or spot cleaning walls.
Removing stains and debris from floors, carpets and furniture.
Removing, transporting and disposing of trash.
Replenishes paper products, hand soap products and wastebasket liners as needed during routine cleaning procedures.
Maintains housekeeping cart and utility closets in sanitary and orderly condition.
Replenishes cart supplies at end of shift in preparation for next day’s use.
Informs supervisor of supply or equipment needs.
Keeps storage areas locked with supplies properly stored according to established procedures.
Stores all germicides, pesticides and other toxic substances clearly labeled and locked away when not in use.
Follows established reporting procedures for any damaged or loose fixtures, flooring or tiling requiring replacement or repair.
Follows established reporting procedures for any unsafe or malfunctioning equipment.
Follows established reporting procedures for any conditions conducive to breeding insects, rodents or other vermin.
Attends required in-services and completes assigned online modules.
Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor/ Environmental Services Director.